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Instructional Design Courses

Instructional design courses can help you learn curriculum development, assessment strategies, and learner engagement techniques. You can build skills in creating effective learning experiences, utilizing multimedia resources, and evaluating instructional effectiveness. Many courses introduce tools like Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate, and learning management systems, which support the design and delivery of educational content.

Popular Instructional Design Courses and Certifications


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    University of Colorado System

    Game Development with GameMaker

    Skills you'll gain: Video Game Development, Game Design, Unity Engine, Debugging, Program Development, Unreal Engine, Animation and Game Design, No-Code Development, Integrated Development Environments, Graphics Software, Computer Programming, C++ (Programming Language), Event-Driven Programming, Programming Principles, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Code Reusability, C# (Programming Language), User Interface (UI), Software Installation, Scripting Languages

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    MYSQL Workbench إنشاء و تصميم قواعد البيانات باستخدام

    Skills you'll gain: MySQL Workbench, Database Design, MySQL, Database Development, Database Systems, Relational Databases, Databases, Database Management, SQL, Data Maintenance, Data Entry, Data Manipulation, Data Analysis, Data Science

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    11 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Starweaver

    CEO Playbook: Generative AI

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Google Gemini, Anthropic Claude, AI Enablement, ChatGPT, Business Transformation, Digital Transformation, Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Strategic Thinking, Generative AI, Competitive Intelligence, Stakeholder Communications, Decision Intelligence, Organizational Change, Strategic Communication, Communication Strategies, Business Ethics, Analytical Skills, Strategic Marketing

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    6 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Microsoft

    R Programming Essentials with Microsoft Tools

    Skills you'll gain: Version Control, GitHub Copilot, R (Software), Data Wrangling, Statistical Reporting, Data Transformation, Data Processing, Microsoft Visual Studio, Data Literacy, Development Environment, Programming Principles, Scripting Languages, Statistical Programming, Descriptive Statistics, Scripting, Statistics, Program Development, Code Reusability, Functional Design

    3.8
    Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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    6 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    HRM Strategies: Analyze, Evaluate & Design

    Skills you'll gain: Human Resources Management and Planning, Human Capital, Human Resource Strategy, Human Resources, Talent Management, Workforce Planning, Workforce Development, Talent Acquisition, Case Studies, Human Resource Policies, Business Strategies, Organizational Strategy, Operational Analysis, Business Strategy, Strategic Thinking, Competitive Analysis, Analysis

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    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Virginia

    Estrategia de IT centrada en el cliente

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Technology Strategies, IT Management, Information Technology Architecture, Agile Methodology, Process Design, Customer experience strategy (CX), Stakeholder Engagement, Solution Design, Agile Project Management, Business Modeling, Stakeholder Management, Performance Metric, Lean Methodologies, Performance Measurement, Usability Testing, User Feedback, Value Propositions, Sales

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    A starter’s guide to Open Science

    Skills you'll gain: Data Sharing, Educational Materials, Open Source Technology, General Science and Research, Science and Research, Research, Research Design, Research Methodologies, Peer Review, Data Access, Community Outreach, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Data Store, Interoperability, Metadata Management, Intellectual Property

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    19 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Systems Acquisition, Development and Implementation

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Development Life Cycle, Software Development Life Cycle, Systems Development, Change Control, Software Development Methodologies, Project Management Life Cycle, Change Management, Project Management, IT Management, System Implementation, Compliance Auditing, Internal Auditing, Software Testing, Test Data, Auditing, Development Testing, Risk Control, Verification And Validation, Project Management Office (PMO), Risk Management

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    L&T EduTech

    Solid Waste Processing and Treatment

    Skills you'll gain: Waste Minimization, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Regulations, Sustainable Engineering, Environmental Engineering and Restoration, Sustainable Technologies, Thermal Management, Land Management, Process Engineering, Water Sustainability, Energy and Utilities, Process Analysis, Mechanical Engineering, Facility Management, Design Specifications, Microbiology

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Event Video & Social Media Experience Design in Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Event Marketing, Events and Conferences, Social Media Content, Drive Engagement, Content Creation, Campaign Planning, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Campaigns, Promotional Strategies, Driving engagement, Branding, Video Production, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Integrated Marketing Communications, Promotions and Campaigns, Storytelling, Interactive Design

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Microsoft

    Building multi-agent systems

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Containerization, Scalability, Docker (Software), AI Orchestration, Application Deployment, Kubernetes, Azure Active Directory, AI Integrations, System Monitoring, AI Workflows, Agentic systems, Artificial Intelligence, Microsoft 365, Generative AI Agents, Enterprise Architecture, Microsoft Azure, Agentic Workflows, AI Security, Enterprise Security

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    The Harder Side of Science Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Learning Theory, Human Learning, Motivational Interviewing, Education and Training, Pedagogy, Scientific Methods, Communication Strategies, Research, Science and Research, Research Methodologies, Critical Thinking, Communication, Active Listening, Psychology

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    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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